Braised Pork Loin Chops with Thyme Lemon Sauce

Elevate your dinner table with these tender Braised Pork Loin Chops with Thyme Lemon Sauce, a dish that combines hearty flavors with a hint of sophistication. Perfectly seared pork chops are slowly braised in a rich, aromatic sauce made with fresh thyme, garlic, chicken broth, and a luscious splash of heavy cream. A bright burst of lemon juice and zest adds a zesty twist, perfectly balancing the savory richness of the dish. This one-pan recipe is ideal for weeknights and elegant enough for entertaining, with a cooking time of just 35 minutes. Serve these succulent chops with the velvety thyme lemon sauce and garnish with fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality meal that's surprisingly simple to make. Tags: braised pork chops, thyme lemon sauce, quick dinner recipe, easy pork chop recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork loin chops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork loin chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and fresh thyme sprigs. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the chops braise for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and tender.

Step 6

Remove the chops from the skillet and keep them warm. Discard the thyme sprigs from the sauce.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the pork chops drizzled with the thyme lemon sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(370.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	445.8

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 122mg	0%
Sodium 580.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 4.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 52.0mg	0%
Iron 1.1mg	0%
Potassium 297.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 6.7%